What is UDL?

A professor once said to me that special education was like alphabet soup. The further I get into my education and experiences with special education the more I believe this to be true. There are so many acronyms and terms in special education that they can often be confusing.

One acronym that was recently introduced to me is UDL. This acronym stands for Universal Design for Learning. UDL is about using representation, engagement, and expression to promote learning for all students. In order to promote learning for ALL students we must think about the strategies and tools some students may need to help them succeed. This is where assistive technology or AT can be helpful. AT can be items that are high tech or even low tech. There are many free resources available from the internet to help students in so many different areas. These tools can be used to eliminate frustration and help students realize their full potential!

Reference: TechToolKit